Hammond, Louisiana

Overview

Hammond is named after Swedish immigrant called Peter Hammond, who first settled in this area in 1818. At the time of American Civil War, Hammond served as a shoemaking center for the Confederacy. The city is also known as the Strawberry Capital of America for being a major shipping point for the strawberries.

Hammond and nearby Attractions

Hammond Square Shopping Center

Zemurray Park

Hammond Historic District

Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum

Things To Do In Hammond

Hammond Square Shopping Center and West Gate Shopping Center are ideal places to hang out with friends and family. Residents also love to visit Hammond Historic District and Zemurray Park. Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum is popular among the history lovers. There are various festivals and events held in the city such as the Fall Swamp Pop Music Festival, Juneteenth Festival, and Alligator Day.

Hammond Transportation

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport provides air transportation opportunities.

Hammond Higher Education

Southeastern Louisiana University, Louisiana Technical College - Hammond Area Campus, and Coastal College - Hammond are located in the city.

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